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单词 propitious
释义 pro·pi·tious
\prəˈpishəs, prōˈ-\ adjective
Etymology: Middle English propicious, from Latin propitius, from pro before + -pitius (akin to Latin petere to go to or toward, seek) — more at for, feather
1. : favorably disposed : graciously inclined : benevolent
 < we may succeed if the gods are propitious >
2. : being of good omen : auspicious, encouraging, favorable
 < no conditions seem so propitious for a practical confederation as those of South America — Norman Angell >
3. : tending to favor or assist : helpful, advantageous, opportune
 < conditions propitious to the development of democracy — A.N.Christensen >
Synonyms: see favorable
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